Northern Arizona campgrounds and RV parks are attracting more visitors than ever this year, with the higher numbers expected to last through the summer season. The mountains found north in the state provide relief from the heat that affects the Phoenix area. The area is also a popular stop for tourists on route to the Grand Canyon, an attraction that is also experiencing a higher number of visitors this year. Meteor Crater RV Park in nearby Winslow has also reported a busy season.

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residents are also piling in to get away from the desert heat.

the Grand Canyon is also seeing a huge rise in tourism.

Meteor Crater is about a mile across and 550 feet deep.

“There are more RVers on the road this year than ever before. I’ve never seen it like this before.”